The Florida Chapter of American Academy of Pediatrics (“FCAAP”) is concerned that this week’s changes to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (“CDC”) website suggesting that vaccines cause autism will create confusion for parents and caregivers and will ultimately put children’s health at risk.
Pediatricians Support Access to Vaccines for Florida’s Children: Ending vaccine requirements for school entry would cause a ripple effect across Florida communities and will limit family choices
The mission of the Florida Chapter of American Academy of Pediatrics, Inc. (FCAAP) and the more than 2,800 pediatricians it represents is to optimize the health, growth, and development of all children. Having reviewed the available information on the benefits and risks of fluoridating the public water supply, FCAAP stands with the Florida Dental Association in its continued support for fluoridation of the water supply in our communities.
The Florida Chapter of American Academy of Pediatrics, Inc. (FCAAP) opposes Florida Amendment 3 – “Adult Personal Use of Marijuana” because marijuana use harms children and adolescents.
The Florida Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics (FCAAP) has appointed Rani S. Gereige, MD, MPH, FAAP as Treasurer of its Board of Directors, effective September 18, 2024.
Three officers and four representatives were inducted to the FCAAP Board of Directors on Sunday, September 1, 2024.
he Florida Chapter of American Academy of Pediatrics (FCAAP), the statewide voice of pediatricians in Florida, condemns the recent Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS) decision to rescind the ban on “bump stock” devices as enacted during the Trump Administration and reaffirmed by the Biden Administration.
The Florida Chapter of American Academy of Pediatrics, Inc., (FCAAP) is proud to announce the release of a new public service announcement (PSA) video aimed at educating communities across the state about the seriousness of Measles and the importance of vaccination.
FCAAP has launched a new public service announcement (PSA) video and a public transit advertising campaign aimed at educating communities across the state about the cancers caused by HPV and the protection offered through vaccination.
The Florida Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics (FCAAP) is saddened by the immense suffering throughout the world, especially the suffering of children affected by the ongoing Israel-Hamas war. Armed conflict has direct and indirect harmful consequences to children’s physical, mental, and behavioral health, that can persist throughout one’s life.
